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Hi! I’m Brad

Since my first adventure to Machu Picchu in Peru, I have been following my love of adventure and travel tech. Which led me to create Brad’s Backpack. 

Today, I am never without my camera. And I am determined to bring you the best experiences this world has to offer.

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Latest Guides

Game Boy Modding Workshop disassembled

I Built My Own Game Boy in Japan – Here’s What It Was Like

Join a Game Boy Modding Workshop in Tokyo and build your own customised console. See what the experience includes and what to expect.

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Shibuya Square view from Shibuya Sky

Exploring Tokyo from Above: My Experience at Shibuya Sky

With every city I explore, I love to find a viewpoint. I always call these bookend attractions, where possible trying to do them first or last. I think it’s a great memory for the start and end of the city. Which is why I booked Shibuya Sky for my visit to Tokyo. 

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Sumo wrestlers performing a traditional ceremonial pose during a Tokyo sumo show

Should You Book a Sumo Wrestling Experience in Japan?

Sumo Wrestling is a sport you associate with nowhere else but Japan. Besides the very basics, I came into the country knowing next to nothing about the sport. Which is why I could not wait to experience the Tokyo Sumo show.

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Travel Gear Reviews

Knowing what to bring and what to buy can be complicated. Having the right travel gear makes every situation a breeze, leaving you to relax and enjoy. So leave the research for me, and check the latest in travel tech here.